I want to visit all the provinces in the Philippines. You might think I have a rather simple ambition. Why the Philippines when most Pinoys would want to travel the world? Don’t get me wrong, I’d like to travel the world as much as the next Pinoy. The reason is simple, I believe in the saying ‘Huwag maging dayuhan sa sariling bayan’ (Dont’t be a stranger in your own country). Don’t you think you should too? Before packing your bags and leaving this country for good, don’t you think she deserves a second look?

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I want to gain popularity as much as the next blogger, even just within my circle of influence. Otherwise, I would have kept a diary instead of a blog. We blog because we want to reach out to a certain audience. Why do you join social networks? Why do you think there’s social networks in the first place? Unless you want to be the wallflower, you …

The 2-minute video of the alleged Iloilo LTO scam was uploaded on Youtube by Melefecent1. Whoever you are man, hats off to you. I know why you need to hide behind the nick. These guys have connections that’s why they have the guts to do this. Unless you have more connections than theses cons, you should be more concerned for your safety and your family first.

Yes, your humble blogger was mentioned on the Visayan Daily Star not once, but twice. The first was on April 8, 2008 where they featured the article on MoneySense magazine on Bacolod City as the best place to live in the Philippines. The article titled “Bacolod rated most livable city” appeared on the front page as one of the top stories.
The second was on April 11, 2008 on the column …

Last January, I started a poll on this blog asking what’s the ultimate sign of Promdi-ness. After two months, and 15 votes, I am now ready to reveal the winner. To the 15 voters, you know who you are, thank you so much for taking time to vote. And now, the winner, for the ultimate sign of Promdi-ness, is no other than…drum rolls please…
Panghilod!
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Wow, really, I mean it’s …

I noticed that this blog received several visitors through Bacolod City & Negros Occidental forum at SkyscraperCity.com in connection with my previous post on the Best Place to Live. There were several questions raised on the forum but due to some misfortune I could not comment even though I was able to login. If ever some forumers happen to pass by again, I just would like to clarify something regarding …

I never thought that blogging would get me on a magazine. Well, it was not really about me but on the “Best Places to Live” in the Philippines. Last February, I was e-mailed by Heinz Bulos of MoneySense magazine with four questions as to why I think Bacolod City is the best place to live in the country.
I expect some of my answers to be quoted but the article exceeded …

It’s an affirmation of my choice. From among 65 cities that were ranked, Bacolod City topped the list of “Best Places to Live” by MoneySense magazine.

You know how it is with us Filipinos, we believe all of us are singers. Videoke is always present in any gathering. And we don’t care if we have the voice or not as long as we can belt it out. And oh, there’s been too many a fights over Frank Sinatra’s My Way during Videoke sessions. The love for music is deeply ingrained in Pinoys, pure-blooded or otherwise. …

As the official filing of certificate of candidacy starts today, so is the wrath of Malacañang on its enemies. The wave of dismissal of public officials opposed to the administration is an indication that yes indeed, election is just around the corner. Governor Tupas of Iloilo was not spared of the same fate. Vice Governor Armada was sworn in today as Governor of Iloilo upon the dismissal of Tupas. Very …